EMERGENCY ALERT

A second deadly storm, Cyclone Kenneth, has struck Mozambique. Families who were already living on the brink of poverty have now been left with nothing. The loss of life, homes and crops is devastating. Save the Children is providing emergency relief items to children and families in affected communities to save lives and reduce suffering. With your help, our teams are distributing food and shelter materials. The children of Mozambique need your help now more than ever. Please donate today.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Emergency Response Programs

In times of crisis, when children are at their most vulnerable, Save the Children is there. We are always at the ready — and always among the first agencies that help during natural disasters. Delivering lifesaving emergency relief. And staying as long as it takes to ensure children and families can recover from the losses, restore their lives and build their resilience for years to come. Wherever and whenever children need us most, we are there.

Children and Disasters

No one knows when the next earthquake, flood or tsunami will strike. But we do know children are severely affected by natural disasters. They also suffer greatly during conflict, drought and disease outbreaks. Save the Children’s natural disaster response and emergency relief programs help protect vulnerable boys and girls during disasters and their aftermath.

Current Disaster Relief and Emergency Response

Yemen Crisis

In war-torn Yemen, 85,000 children may have died from starvation since start of crisis. 13 million people face starvation – many of them children. Save the Children is on the ground, working to help the most vulnerable survive and stay safe. SUPPORT YEMEN RELIEF

Syrian Conflict and Refugee Crisis

Syria has been a living nightmare for children and families tormented by years of war and unimaginable hardship. As millions flee for their lives, your help is desperately needed. LEARN MORE ABOUT SYRIAN REFUGEES

Cyclone Idai and Cyclone Kenneth

A second devastating storm, Cyclone Kenneth, has struck Mozambique. Approximately 1.5 million boys and girls were impacted when Cyclone Idai tore through central Mozambique less than two months ago. Your donation can provide lifesaving relief. READ MORE

Cyclone Fani

Cyclone Fani, the strongest cyclone to hit India within the last 20 years, continues to threaten children. Heavy rains, flash floods and landslides are endangering homes, schools and livelihoods. LEARN MORE

Venezuela Migration Crisis

Economic collapse and internal conflict is driving millions of Venezuelans from their home. 3 million people are now displaced, including thousands of vulnerable children. Girls and boys are suffering from deadly illnesses, malnutrition and emotional trauma. They need your help now. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CRISIS

U.S. Border Crisis

Innocent children have been forced to flee their homes due to violence, gangs and crushing poverty in Latin America. Separation and detention are devastating children and families. Thanks to the generous support of our donors, Save the Children is helping migrant children and their families. READ MORE

Rohingya Crisis

More than 688,000 Rohingya children and families have fled to Bangladesh following a rapid and alarming escalation of violence. Save the Children is working around the clock to ensure Rohingya children and their families are supported in their basic human rights. FIND OUT MORE

Indonesia Earthquake and Tsunami

A catastrophic magnitude 7.5 earthquake and 20-foot-high tsunami caused massive damage and loss of life in Indonesia. More than half a million children were affected. Our over 40-year commitment to Indonesia’s children remains strong, and – with your generous support – we are there for them now. FIND OUT HOW TO HELP

Hunger and Famine Crisis

Stop the War on Children

War and conflict are having a devastating effect on millions of children around the world. Nearly 1 in every 5 children in the world is affected by conflict. Today, 100 years after our first mission, our Stop the War on Children campaign is focusing on reaching more children with emergency assistance and lobbying world leaders to do more to protect children caught up in war. LEARN MORETAKE ACTION

Historical Emergencies

From our very beginnings, Save the Children has made it our mission to save the lives of boys and girls in danger around the world. In times of crisis, we’re always among the first to respond, working to keep children safe and helping families rebuild their lives. VIEW PAST EMERGENCIES

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